The summer of 2025 promises to deliver a unique experience for young people who want to elevate their football skills.
Football is gaining more and more fans around the world. For those who dream of developing their skills with the guidance of world-class UEFA qualified coaches, the time has come.
ES Dubai, the pioneering premium exchange school based in the United Arab Emirates, has signed a partnership with Manchester City Football School. This offers an exclusive opportunity for interested young players to train at the Manchester City Football Camp in Abu Dhabi.
Unforgettable experience for young people who want to train with professional coaches
The Summer Football Camp will take place during the Arab summer and promises to be an unforgettable experience for young people who want to train with professional coaches, improve their sporting skills, and make new friends and create lasting memories.
Located in the heart of the United Arab Emirates, the Summer Football Camp – a football development programme – aims not only to provide technical development but also to introduce participants to the culture and attractions of Abu Dhabi. It is the perfect destination for young people aged between 13 and 17.
The Summer Football Camp is designed to transform participants
During the programme, participants will have the chance to train in world class facilities used by the club regularly, including Active Al Maryah Sports Complex. They will work with highly-qualified coaches using methods that reflect the English club’s dynamic and technical style of play. The Summer Football Camp is designed to transform participants, giving young athletes the chance to learn the techniques and tactics that make Manchester City one of the most successful teams in the Premier League.
Participants will benefit from practical training sessions, interactive workshops, and team-building activities
The programme packages include a series of intensive activities, with training sessions focused on developing technical, tactical, and physical skills. Participants will benefit from practical training sessions, interactive workshops, and team-building activities. These aim not only to improve performance on the field but also to strengthen team spirit and confidence. The programme covers everything from ball control to finishing and game strategies, as well as workshops exploring the importance of mental preparation in elite soccer.
Interested players can secure their places through the available packages, which include options for duration and conditions. During the week, participants will have full access to air-conditioned training facilities. The packages are available in two forms: the International Programme and the UAE Resident Programme.
The International Programme offers accommodation in shared double rooms where participants will have all the amenities and comfort needed for rest after intense training sessions.
Participants will have access to 10 hours of practical training
Meals are included, ensuring enough energy for all the day’s activities. It’s an intensive 7-day, 6-night package, with a full schedule of activities from 8 am to 10 pm. Participants will have access to 10 hours of practical training, as well as guided excursions to Abu Dhabi’s main attractions. The young players will be challenged in 1-on-1 situations and 9-on-9 games, developing both technical skills and tactical understanding of the game. Daily transportation by private transfer to all activities, including airport transfers, is also included.
The UAE Resident Programme is aimed at residents of the United Arab Emirates who want to improve their soccer skills. It is designed to maximise participants’ technical development, with intensive training and immersion in the professional training method. The program lasts 5 days, with a full schedule of activities from 8 am to 10 pm. During the week, participants will improve their skills in individual techniques, team tactics, ball control, and finishing.
The package focuses on high-quality training but does not include accommodation. It includes 5 lunches, 1 dinner, and transportation to all activities. Although the programme does not include accommodation, the location of the training sessions offers easy access to all activities.
Participants receive an exclusive Manchester City Football School training kit, programme completion certificate, and a personal evaluation report
Additionally, each participant in both programmes receives an exclusive Manchester City Football School training kit, a programme completion certificate, and a personal evaluation report that provides players a key insight after the camp. Both programmes are aimed at teenagers with an intermediate level of English so they can understand instructions on and off the field. With the expertise of Manchester City and the organisation of ES Dubai, the Summer Football Camp promises to be the ideal place for future stars. Places are limited, and the programs start on June 29, 2025.
According to Montserrat Taylor, CEO of ES Dubai, “Summer camps are ideal environments for making new friendships and learning to work as a team. Football, being a team sport, teaches young people to cooperate, communicate effectively, and face challenges collaboratively. Participating in a football programme helps cultivate values such as respect, responsibility, perseverance, and leadership. These values are essential both on the field and in daily life, preparing young people for challenging situations outside of sports.”
Simon Hewitt, Head of Football Operations MENA said: “The partnership with ES camps will provide global teenagers the chance to come and experience the best coaching, amazing culture and high quality teaching from ES Camps. These camps are truly groundbreaking in the UAE and we cannot wait to get them started in summer 2025.”
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